Lesson 6 - Environmental Ethics PDF

Introduction to Environmental Ethics Prepared By: Chuckee B. Gatchalian, LPT, MAEd, MOS Learning Objectives: 1. Define what is Environmental Ethics? 2. Differentiate the 3 Types of Environmental Ethics and Its Examples. What is Env...

Introduction to Environmental Ethics Prepared By: Chuckee B. Gatchalian, LPT, MAEd, MOS Learning Objectives: 1. Define what is Environmental Ethics? 2. Differentiate the 3 Types of Environmental Ethics and Its Examples. What is Environmental Ethics? Environmental Ethics Environmental is relating to the natural world and the impact of human Ethics is a branch of philosophy that activity on its condition. focus on our actions and behavior, Environmental means concerned with based on well-founded standards of the protection of the natural world of what is morally good or bad and right land, sea, air, plants, and animals. or wrong for the society. Environmental Ethics Environmental Ethics is an applied ethics that study and seeks to understand humans’ moral obligations to protect and preserve the environment. This branch of ethics recognizes the intrinsic value of nature, the interconnection of all living things, and the responsibility of humans to act in accordance with ethical principles.  The Three Types of Environmental Ethics Prepared By: Chuckee B. Gatchalian, LPT, MAEd, MOS 1. Conservation Ethics Conservation Ethics is a type of environmental ethics that focuses on preserving natural resources for future generations by ensuring that current resources are not depleted or damaged beyond repair. This concept encourages individuals to use natural resources responsibly and judiciously so there will be enough for future generations.  Examples of Conservation Ethics Prepared By: Chuckee B. Gatchalian, LPT, MAEd, MOS  Tree Planting Tree Planting is the process of transplanting tree seedlings, generally for forestry, land reclamation, or landscaping purposes.  Ethical Fishing Keep the big ones, throw the smaller ones back. The idea behind the rule is simple, the larger fish are assumed to be older. If you were to keep the smaller ones, they would not be able to reproduce. Urban Gardening & Agriculture Urban Gardening and Agriculture refers to various practices of cultivating, processing, and distributing food in urban areas.  Poultry & Farming Poultry Farming is animal husbandry that raises fowl for meat and eggs. A poultry farm needs some basics like a bird shelter, food, water, bedding, and an energy source to control temperature and lighting. Alternative Energy Resources Switching to solar power or geothermal energy can help reduce our reliance on fossil fuels, cutting down on the amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere, while also reducing the need for mining and drilling. 2. Ecological Extension Ecological Extension is a type of environmental ethics that focuses on preserving the natural environment and its resources in order to maintain the balance and health of the ecosystem. This concept stresses the importance of humans working with nature in order to sustain it for future generations.  Examples of Ecological Extension Prepared By: Chuckee B. Gatchalian, LPT, MAEd, MOS  Animal Care & Healing Animal Care & Healing is a full service integrative veterinary practice blending holistic and conventional medicine and surgery to optimize the health of our animal patients.  Animal Rescue Animal Rescue is an action where animals who are ill, injured, not cared for, or badly treated can be taken and given treatment and care.  Pest & Parasite Control This is the regulation or management of a species defined as a pest; such as any animal, plant or fungus that impacts adversely on human activities or environment.  Habitat Restoration Habitat Restoration is the purposeful rehabilitation of an area to recreate a functioning ecosystem. Successful habitat restoration requires understanding species life cycles and interactions, and the food, water, nutrients, space, and shelter that is necessary to sustain species populations. Environmental Cleaning Everyone can implement an effective green cleaning program that combines sustainably of environment with reduced waste.  Wildlife Observation Wildlife Observation is the practice of noting the occurrence or abundance of animal species at a specific location and time, either for research purposes or recreation. 3. Libertarian Extension Libertarian Extension is a type of environmental ethics that focuses on an individual’s right to do whatever they want with the environment and its resources. This concept also stresses that an individual should not impose their own values on others and should instead respect the choices of others.  Examples of Libertarian Extension Prepared By: Chuckee B. Gatchalian, LPT, MAEd, MOS  Mining Mining is the extraction of valuable geological materials from the Earth and other astronomical objects. Mining is required to obtain most materials that cannot be grown through agricultural processes, or feasibly created artificially in a laboratory or factory.  Artificial Environment Artificial Environment is formed as a result of human modification in the natural environment. Cultivated fields or cities are the examples of artificial environment In artificial environment, the natural environment is altered according to the need of the population living in it. Environmental Protection Environmental Protection is the practice of protecting the natural environment by individuals, groups and governments. Its objectives are to conserve natural resources and the existing natural environment and, where it is possible, to repair damage and reverse trends. Animal Keeping & Husbandry It involves raising and taking care of domesticated animals, and eventually breeding these animals to create more animals that can be raised and cared for.  Poaching & Wildlife Trade Wildlife Trade means taking and selling dead or living plants and animals and the products derived from them. Wildlife trade is big business, with wild plants, animals, and products made from them sold around the globe, legally and illegally.  The End... Thank You for Listening !!! Prepared By: Chuckee B. Gatchalian, LPT, MAEd, MOS Prepared By: Chuckee B. Gatchalian, LPT, MAEd, MOS